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*Arubalisa* · 05-03-2009, 12:56 PM

Relocation to Aruba
http://www.arubachamber.com/business-in-aruba/relocating-to-aruba

"Non-Arubans wanting to relocate to Aruba will need a residency permit. In general, requests for work permits will only be taken into consideration if submitted through a local employer, who has to accept full responsibility for any possible expenses to be incurred by the government related to its employees.

Granting of a work permit isonly subject to no local qualified staff available for the position. Without a valid permit, you are not allowed to start working and risk being expelled.
This permit is obtainable at the Department of Immigration (Dimas). For a trainee position or internship a special work permit is required.

The request for the residence or work permit must be submitted personally or by an appointed representative at the Department of Immigration (Dimas). Contact the Department through www.dimasaruba.com for more information."

Establishing a business in Aruba
http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba

8. As a non-Aruban, can I establish a company in Aruba?

Non-Arubans usually need a local partner who owns 60% of the shares to start a business in Aruba, some exceptions are applicable.

Aruban in this case means someone born in Aruba with the Dutch nationality or someone who is considered local. People who are considered local in this case mean:

a Dutch national, born outside Aruba but who has been residing at least five years in Aruba and is in the possession of an "admission permit for an indefinite period of time" or “a statement of admission by Rechtswege”;

a Dutch national of whom at least one parent was born in Aruba, no matter how long he/she has been residing in Aruba;

a Dutch national who has been married to an Aruban for at least one year and has been residing in Aruba for at least three years;

a Dutch national who is married to an Aruban for at least three years and has been residing in Aruba for at least one year;

a local person can also be someone, not born in Aruba and not having the Dutch nationality but who has been residing in Aruba for ten years or more, and is in the possession of an “admission permit for an indefinite period of time” or “a statement of admission by operation of the law” (van rechtswege);

or someone not born in Aruba and not having the Dutch nationality but who has been married to an Aruban for at least five years and has been residing in Aruba for at least three years.

See details regarding "authorized capital" or "so-called minimum issued capital", bottom of page http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba

Business in Aruba
http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba

Permits and Procedures
http://www.arubachamber.com/business...and-procedures

Helpful Tips for Entrepreneurs
http://www.arubachamber.com/business...-entrepreneurs
"Permits to Establish a Business:
As an Aruban you do not need a permit to establish a business in Aruba, when it concerns a sole proprietorship. You still need to register your business in the Commercial Register at the Chamber. If you are not an Aruban born Dutch national, you always need a permit to establish a business. Whether you will receive a permit depends on what sort of business you intend to start. The main criteria are if the business provides enlargement of the economic basis and if it is capital intensive."

Additional resources:
http://www.cbaruba.org/ Centrale Bank van Aruba (Aruba's Central Bank)
http://www.arubachamber.com/ Chamber of Commerce and Industry Aruba
http://www.catcaruba.com/ Caribbean Accounting & Tax Consultants
http://www.dimasaruba.com/ Departamento di Integracion, Maneho y Admision di Stranhero (DIMAS)
http://www.gobiklaw.com/aruba Gomez & Bikker Legal, tax and accounting

Moving to Aruba FAQ
Aruba Real Estate Services
Mortgages (Financing) in Aruba & Insurance Requirements
Relocation to Aruba
Aruba Yellow Pages Online Listings for Real Estate Agents
Aruba Real Estate - Search Real Estate for Sale in Aruba

There are some other links to realtor's websites here.

connecting to electricity/water/cable tv/internet

Property tax
Aruba Taxes & Costs
Liability for Taxation
Capital Gains

UTILITY
Water >>
Electricity >>
Telephone >>
Internet Connection >>
Gas (Cooking) >>
Cable >>
DirecTV >>

TAXES AND OTHER GOVERNMENT CHARGES
Long-lease fee >>
Property transfer tax >>
Real estate property tax >>
Car taxes >>
Tax Deductions >>
Duties >>

Household appliances >>
Retiring in Aruba >>
Owning a home in Aruba >>

Tax information including forms Dutch language site

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/permanent%20residency.html Permanent Residency

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/jobs.html Jobs in Aruba

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/moving+to+aruba.html Moving to Aruba

http://www.aruba.com/forum/f34/openning-bank-account-aruba-33983/ Opening a bank account in Aruba

http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/shipping%20car.html Shipping A Car to Aruba

lizzardo · 05-09-2009, 09:52 AM

If you stay here longer than 6 months - be sure to include "income" and AZV (socialized medical) taxes....

A LOT of people didn't know about that one !!! Have the information (I think) but that topic isn't very clear at all! Also DIMAS (residency) requirements seem to change every year -

Dr. Steve · 06-03-2009, 06:29 PM

Hi, ArubaLisa,
It's Dr. Steve again.
I have read a lot about whether or not one can move to Aruba and open up a business in Aruba. Whom do I talk to to get exact answers. I am a chiropractor of 15 years experience and would like to move with my family to Aruba. I would like to be able to help not only locals but visitors to the island with neck and back trouble. We are serious but need further direction on how to proceed. anyone out there that can help, it would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Dr. Steve
sllevine@cox.net

*Andrea J.* · 06-03-2009, 06:37 PM

hey doc

i have friends that own a business on aruba.
maybe you could email them and ask some of your questions.
their names are Lou and Joanne
pls tell them Andrea referred you.

timesharestorage@aol.com

i am a big supporter of chirporactic care.
has helped my neck
cured my son's TMJ issues.

been being adjusted since 1990.

good luck and keep us posted
andrea

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Steve

Hi, ArubaLisa,
It's Dr. Steve again.
I have read a lot about whether or not one can move to Aruba and open up a business in Aruba. Whom do I talk to to get exact answers. I am a chiropractor of 15 years experience and would like to move with my family to Aruba. I would like to be able to help not only locals but visitors to the island with neck and back trouble. We are serious but need further direction on how to proceed. anyone out there that can help, it would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Dr. Steve
sllevine@cox.net

Dr. Steve · 06-04-2009, 01:00 AM

Thanks so much Lisa.
i will keep you informed. We are going to be on the Island 07/04-07/14/09 for a family trip. Are you going to be there so we may invite you for a drink or two?

michelemeow · 06-04-2009, 01:03 AM

HELP HELP!! I NEED A GREAT LAWYER FOR ARUBA...I HAVE TO FIND ASAP...I HAVE CONTRACT TO GO TO ARUBA WITH MY BUSINESS>>>PLEASE HELP!!! any infor would be great!!!!!!!!!!!

cindyo · 06-04-2009, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by michelemeow

HELP HELP!! I NEED A GREAT LAWYER FOR ARUBA...I HAVE TO FIND ASAP...I HAVE CONTRACT TO GO TO ARUBA WITH MY BUSINESS>>>PLEASE HELP!!! any infor would be great!!!!!!!!!!!

Michelle,
I pulled these out of the phone book...I know nothing about them, but thought I would pass the names along, the rest is up to you..best wishes.

Kloes and Partners
wwwlkloeslawyers.com

Oomen and Offringa
www.oominga.com

Sjiem Fat & Kuster
www.arubalaw.com

Lopez Law
email michael @lopezlaw.aw

Vaneps Kunneman Vandoorne
www.ekvandoorne.com

That will at least give you somewhere to start.
Cindyo

michelemeow · 06-05-2009, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cindyo

Michelle,
I pulled these out of the phone book...I know nothing about them, but thought I would pass the names along, the rest is up to you..best wishes.

Kloes and Partners
wwwlkloeslawyers.com

Oomen and Offringa
www.oominga.com

Sjiem Fat & Kuster
www.arubalaw.com

Lopez Law
email michael @lopezlaw.aw

Vaneps Kunneman Vandoorne
www.ekvandoorne.com

That will at least give you somewhere to start.
Cindyo

Thank You Cindy O

i have contacted one and fingers crossed everything works out for me to bring my business to aruba. Think good thoughts..its my dreams coming true

Mich

Jarubian · 06-05-2009, 02:17 PM

good luck Michele and Dr Steve, and keep us posted.

michelemeow · 06-05-2009, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jarubian

good luck Michele and Dr Steve, and keep us posted.

thank you jarubian...i need all the luck i can get...its so nerve racking!!!!! fingers crossed!

05-03-2009, 12:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
Arubalisa Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Boca Catalina Posts: 10,685 Images: 174	FAQ's: Jobs/Moving/Living/Business in Aruba Relocation to Aruba http://www.arubachamber.com/business-in-aruba/relocating-to-aruba "Non-Arubans wanting to relocate to Aruba will need a residency permit. In general, requests for work permits will only be taken into consideration if submitted through a local employer, who has to accept full responsibility for any possible expenses to be incurred by the government related to its employees. Granting of a work permit isonly subject to no local qualified staff available for the position. Without a valid permit, you are not allowed to start working and risk being expelled. This permit is obtainable at the Department of Immigration (Dimas). For a trainee position or internship a special work permit is required. The request for the residence or work permit must be submitted personally or by an appointed representative at the Department of Immigration (Dimas). Contact the Department through www.dimasaruba.com for more information." Establishing a business in Aruba http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba 8. As a non-Aruban, can I establish a company in Aruba? Non-Arubans usually need a local partner who owns 60% of the shares to start a business in Aruba, some exceptions are applicable. Aruban in this case means someone born in Aruba with the Dutch nationality or someone who is considered local. People who are considered local in this case mean: a Dutch national, born outside Aruba but who has been residing at least five years in Aruba and is in the possession of an "admission permit for an indefinite period of time" or “a statement of admission by Rechtswege”; a Dutch national of whom at least one parent was born in Aruba, no matter how long he/she has been residing in Aruba; a Dutch national who has been married to an Aruban for at least one year and has been residing in Aruba for at least three years; a Dutch national who is married to an Aruban for at least three years and has been residing in Aruba for at least one year; a local person can also be someone, not born in Aruba and not having the Dutch nationality but who has been residing in Aruba for ten years or more, and is in the possession of an “admission permit for an indefinite period of time” or “a statement of admission by operation of the law” (van rechtswege); or someone not born in Aruba and not having the Dutch nationality but who has been married to an Aruban for at least five years and has been residing in Aruba for at least three years. See details regarding "authorized capital" or "so-called minimum issued capital", bottom of page http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba Business in Aruba http://www.arubachamber.com/business...iness-in-aruba Permits and Procedures http://www.arubachamber.com/business...and-procedures Helpful Tips for Entrepreneurs http://www.arubachamber.com/business...-entrepreneurs "Permits to Establish a Business: As an Aruban you do not need a permit to establish a business in Aruba, when it concerns a sole proprietorship. You still need to register your business in the Commercial Register at the Chamber. If you are not an Aruban born Dutch national, you always need a permit to establish a business. Whether you will receive a permit depends on what sort of business you intend to start. The main criteria are if the business provides enlargement of the economic basis and if it is capital intensive." Additional resources: http://www.cbaruba.org/ Centrale Bank van Aruba (Aruba's Central Bank) http://www.arubachamber.com/ Chamber of Commerce and Industry Aruba http://www.catcaruba.com/ Caribbean Accounting & Tax Consultants http://www.dimasaruba.com/ Departamento di Integracion, Maneho y Admision di Stranhero (DIMAS) http://www.gobiklaw.com/aruba Gomez & Bikker Legal, tax and accounting Moving to Aruba FAQ Aruba Real Estate Services Mortgages (Financing) in Aruba & Insurance Requirements Relocation to Aruba Aruba Yellow Pages Online Listings for Real Estate Agents Aruba Real Estate - Search Real Estate for Sale in Aruba There are some other links to realtor's websites here. connecting to electricity/water/cable tv/internet Property tax Aruba Taxes & Costs Liability for Taxation Capital Gains UTILITY Water >> Electricity >> Telephone >> Internet Connection >> Gas (Cooking) >> Cable >> DirecTV >> TAXES AND OTHER GOVERNMENT CHARGES Long-lease fee >> Property transfer tax >> Real estate property tax >> Car taxes >> Tax Deductions >> Duties >> Household appliances >> Retiring in Aruba >> Owning a home in Aruba >> Tax information including forms Dutch language site http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/permanent%20residency.html Permanent Residency http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/jobs.html Jobs in Aruba http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/moving+to+aruba.html Moving to Aruba http://www.aruba.com/forum/f34/openning-bank-account-aruba-33983/ Opening a bank account in Aruba http://www.aruba.com/forum/tags/shipping%20car.html Shipping A Car to Aruba Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Share Post on Facebook nomoresnow likes this. __________________ Aruba Bound! ~ Blogging to Aruba ~ Hoosier Kitties ~ Our-Cruises ~ Pictures of Aruba Last edited by Arubalisa; 04-23-2012 at 10:24 AM. 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